How To Fix AH661 - Volume correction factor procedure &1 is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AH - IS-U billing (master data)

• Message number: 661

• Message text: Volume correction factor procedure &1 is not active

What causes this issue?

A volume correction factor procedure that is no longer active cannot be
used. This means that a procedure indicated as inactive is not accepted
when you create or change a gas procedure.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

If this procedure is to be used, cancel the 'inactive' indicator in the
volume correction factor procedure.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH661 - Volume correction factor procedure &1 is not active ?

  The SAP error message AH661, which states "Volume correction factor procedure &1 is not active," typically occurs in the context of handling volume corrections in the SAP system, particularly in modules related to logistics, materials management, or sales and distribution.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the volume correction factor procedure specified (denoted by &1) is not currently active in the system. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  The volume correction factor procedure has not been defined or activated in the system.
  The configuration settings for the volume correction factor are incomplete or incorrect.
  The procedure may have been deactivated or removed from the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for volume correction factors.
  Ensure that the volume correction factor procedure you are trying to use is defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Activate the Procedure:
  
  If the procedure is not active, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the configuration settings where you define volume correction factors.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the procedure is properly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data (e.g., material master, customer master) to ensure that the volume correction factor procedure is correctly assigned to the relevant entities.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to volume correction factors for specific instructions on how to set up and activate the procedure.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or MM03 (to view material master data) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.